Niagara Falls is set for its first five-star hotel after planning permission was granted to house it in an ex-power station.
The Ontario government has given the green light to Niagara Parks Commission (NPC) to redevelop the Toronto Power Generating Station (TPGS) into the luxury boutique hotel near the brink of Niagara Falls.
The redevelopment of the historic hydroelectric power generating station will see the site repurposed after sitting vacant for 50 years.
Set to open by 2026, the new attraction will include amenities such as indoor and outdoor public viewing areas, a theatre, various restaurants, a free museum and art gallery and public viewing areas overlooking the Falls.
“Niagara Falls offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for travellers from around the world and our government believes in its potential as an economic driver for the Niagara Region,” said Stan Cho, Ontario’s Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming.
“We are proud to support the transformation of the Toronto Power Generating Station into a spectacular hotel that will create a world-class experience for all visitors, helping the region grow as a top-tier international tourist destination.”
“This is great news for the whole Niagara Region. This project will give the Toronto Power Generating Station a new purpose and identity, while creating new jobs, encouraging tourism sector growth and stimulating the local economy,” said Bob Gale, Chair of the Niagara Parks Commission.
